Transfer Pricing Advisory

International expansion, mergers and acquisitions are taking U.S.-based companies into foreign countries and vice-versa. Transferring goods, services, intangible assets and capital among related entities requires the same pricing that would have resulted from an “arm’s length” transaction with an unrelated entity. Transfer pricing rules vary by country and are evolving quickly as taxing authorities worldwide digest the policy recommendations made by the OECD as part of its Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) project.

Through BEPS actions, the OECD is trying to build global consensus around enhanced transparency and proper alignment of profit outcomes with economic substance as it relates to related party transactions. The evolving policy changes being evaluated by local countries are expected to increase the burden on taxpayers to demonstrate compliance with the arm’s length standard and to increase the amount of transfer pricing audit inquiries and controversies.

Whether you’ve been asked to produce a transfer pricing study because you’re being audited or your company would like to optimize your current policy, CBIZ can assist. Our specialists work with companies worldwide to form transfer pricing strategies that comply with domestic and international transfer pricing regulations. Through our membership and active participation in Kreston International, we can also ensure your transfer pricing policies are in compliance with foreign country tax law, no matter where your business may take you.